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          MLB Rumor Central: Braves and Marlins in talks with Jeff Francoeur?

          A potential reunion may be in store for free-agent left fielder Jeff Francoeur, with both the Atlanta Braves and Miami Marlins in talks with him. Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images
          • ESPN.com
          Jan 23, 2017, 08:45 PM ET

          The Atlanta Braves and Miami Marlins, the two teams with which veteran Jeff Francoeur split his 2016 season, are both in talks with the outfielder about a potential reunion, according to FanRag Sports' Jon Heyman.

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          Francoeur, 33, slashed a combined .254/.297/.378 with seven home runs while playing for the two NL East teams. According to MLB Trade Rumors, it’s been five years since the free agent turned in an OBP north of .300, but he’s valued by teams for his "leadership and clubhouse presence."

          Francoeur has the experience to offer a leadership role, considering he has been in the league for 11 years. The Braves may hold a slight advantage with the Georgia native, who has two previous stints in Atlanta, including 99 games last season.

          -- Courtney Schellin